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Hating On Dubai

I’ve read many articles that fairly and constructively criticize Dubai’s excesses, but I haven’t seen anything as full of hate and contempt as this lousy Vanity Fair feature by A. A. Gill..

Mustapha Hamoui · Mar 12, 2011

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A Possible Way Out For Mikati

If you still don’t understand why P.M designate Najib Mikati is in a very difficult situation, perhaps you should read up. The problem from Mr. Mikati’s perspective is that it’s very difficult for him to quit without effectively destroying his political career. But today’s Annahar offers what can be seen as a face-saving way out:

Mustapha Hamoui · Mar 12, 2011

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E-Commerce Green Shoots In Lebanon

I admit it. When I wrote the E-commerce post, I was very gloomy about how things are in Lebanon and I thought the situation was hopeless. Gladly, I was wrong, and it turns out there are signs of life.

Mustapha Hamoui · Mar 10, 2011

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